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la Barbecue

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la Barbecue is one of the best barbecue restaurants in Austin for barbecue, especially if you want a strong option in Austin.

La Barbecue has spent years building a reputation as the East Austin smokehouse that belongs in the same conversation as the city's most celebrated brisket spots — and by most accounts, the argument is hard to refute.

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Rating (Google) 8.8
3,486 reviews
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8.8
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Based on 3486 reviews
Michelin
Best for
barbecue and michelin star
Price and pace
Moderate spend · Check restaurant site
Neighborhood
Austin · 2401 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702, USA
Hours
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Price
Moderate spend
Google rating
8.8 from 3,486 reviews
Address
Austin | 2401 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702, USA
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What makes la Barbecue worth the move

la Barbecue is a clean first click in Austin when you want a barbecue option you can trust. It also holds a 8.8 rating across 3,486 Google reviews.

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Public rating
8.8 from 3,486 Google reviews
Best for
barbecue and michelin star
Style
Barbecue in Austin
Spend
Moderate spend | Check restaurant site

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Google rating: 8.8 from 3,486 reviews
Price point: $$
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8.8 from 3,486 reviews
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For now, la Barbecue holds a 8.8 rating across 3,486 Google reviews.

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What cuisine does la Barbecue serve?

la Barbecue is a Barbecue restaurant located in Austin, Austin. La Barbecue has spent years building a reputation as the East Austin smokehouse that belongs in the same conversation as the city's most celebrated brisket spots — and by most accounts, the argument is hard to refute.

What is la Barbecue best for?

la Barbecue is best for barbecue, michelin star. la Barbecue is a clean first click in Austin when you want a barbecue option you can trust. It also holds a 8.8 rating across 3,486 Google reviews.

How much does it cost to eat at la Barbecue?

la Barbecue is in the Moderate spend price range ($$). Google rating: 8.8 from 3,486 reviews

Is la Barbecue worth visiting?

la Barbecue holds a 8.8 Google rating from 3,486 reviews. la Barbecue is a clean first click in Austin when you want a barbecue option you can trust. It also holds a 8.8 rating across 3,486 Google reviews.

Where is la Barbecue located?

la Barbecue is located at 2401 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702, USA. Directions are available via Google Maps.

What are la Barbecue's hours?

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